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Cost of living in Gages Lake summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Gages Lake. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Illinois. Key points include:
The cost of living in Gages Lake is 111 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Gages Lake is 1.1x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Gages Lake is $327,547.
The median income in Gages Lake is $103,318.
Gages Lake's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Gages Lake Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Gages Lake | Illinois | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 111 | 98 | 100 |
| Services | 100 | 99 | 100 |
| Groceries | 102 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 141 | 96 | 100 |
| Housing | 99 | 101 | 100 |
| Transportation | 97 | 99 | 100 |
| Utilities | 96 | 101 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Gages Lake, IL Weather
The average high in Gages Lake is 57.3° and the average low is 39.5°.
There are 68.7 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 36.1 inches of precipitation each year with 39.5 inches of snow.
| Stat | Gages Lake |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 57.3 |
| Average Annual Low | 39.5 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 68.7 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 36.1 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 39.5 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Gages Lake Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Gages Lake
The current population in Gages Lake is 10,819. The population has increased 6.4% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 10,819 | 1.1% |
| 2023 | 10,706 | -1.8% |
| 2022 | 10,897 | 4.3% |
| 2021 | 10,445 | 5.1% |
| 2020 | 9,939 | -2.2% |
| 2019 | 10,161 | 3.0% |
| 2018 | 9,862 | -1.8% |
| 2017 | 10,042 | 0.0% |
| 2016 | 10,041 | 0.2% |
| 2015 | 10,025 | -3.0% |
| 2014 | 10,330 | 2.3% |
| 2013 | 10,093 | 3.7% |
| 2012 | 9,736 | -3.5% |
| 2011 | 10,092 | -0.7% |
| 2010 | 10,166 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Gages Lake
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Gages Lake is:
65.8% White with 7,122 White residents.
5.2% African American with 566 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 0 American Indian residents.
6.8% Asian with 736 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.1% Other with 11 Other residents.
7.4% Two Or More with 797 Two Or More residents.
14.7% Hispanic with 1,587 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Gages Lake | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 65.8% | 58.1% | 57.4% |
| African American | 5.2% | 13.3% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 6.8% | 5.9% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 7.4% | 3.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 14.7% | 18.8% | 19.3% |
Gender in Gages Lake
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Gages Lake is 50.8% female with 5,501 female residents.
Gages Lake is 49.2% male with 5,318 male residents.
| Gender | Gages Lake | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 50.6% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.2% | 49.4% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Gages Lake for adults over 25
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1.0% of adults in Gages Lake completed < 9th grade.
3.0% of adults in Gages Lake completed 9-12th grade.
21.0% of adults in Gages Lake completed high school / ged.
21.0% of adults in Gages Lake completed some college.
12.0% of adults in Gages Lake completed associate's degree.
26.0% of adults in Gages Lake completed bachelor's degree.
14.0% of adults in Gages Lake completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Gages Lake completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Gages Lake completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Gages Lake | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 1.0% | 5.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 3.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 21.0% | 25.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 21.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 12.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 26.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 14.0% | 11.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Gages Lake, Illinois
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0.9% of households in Gages Lake earn Less than $10,000.
0.8% of households in Gages Lake earn $10,000 to $14,999.
5.9% of households in Gages Lake earn $15,000 to $24,999.
4.9% of households in Gages Lake earn $25,000 to $34,999.
4.9% of households in Gages Lake earn $35,000 to $49,999.
16.4% of households in Gages Lake earn $50,000 to $74,999.
13.0% of households in Gages Lake earn $75,000 to $99,999.
22.0% of households in Gages Lake earn $100,000 to $149,999.
12.3% of households in Gages Lake earn $150,000 to $199,999.
18.9% of households in Gages Lake earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Gages Lake | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 0.9% | 5.4% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0.8% | 3.2% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 5.9% | 5.9% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4.9% | 6.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 4.9% | 9.7% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 16.4% | 14.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.0% | 12.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 22.0% | 18.0% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 12.3% | 10.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 18.9% | 13.8% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
